HIM Coordinator

HonorHealth; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth is seeking a Health Information Management Coordinator to oversee HIM staff, manage release of information, chart processing, and data integrity. The role may oversee birth registration and related reporting tasks as needed.

Initial training is on-site, with eventual remote work and occasional on-site participation; candidate must reside in Arizona and be available for 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• 1 year lead or supervisory experience required.
• 2 years in release of information, correspondence, master patient index maintenance, records analysis, medical records processing or related tasks.
• Experience with computers, telephones, fax, copy machines, and data entry; strong customer service skills.
• 2 years lead, coordinating, or supervisory experience preferred.
• 3 years in release of information, correspondence, or related records processing preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws relative to birth registration and confidentiality of patient health information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient record processing and sets work priorities; ensures coverage in HIM areas.
• Trains HIM staff and monitors quality and productivity; provides feedback.
• Assists HIM staff with day-to-day activities to maintain coverage.
• Assists HIM leadership with performance and conduct issues.
• Participates in department safety initiatives and completes required competencies.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Data entry

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Primary City/State

Virtual Arizona

Category

Health Information

Shift

Day

Department

Health Information Management

Initial training will be working on-site daily (location TBD).

Once trained, position is remote and working on-site occasionally when needed.

Mon - Fri 8am-4:30pm

Must reside in the state of Arizona

Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)

At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well‑being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

The Health Information Management (HIM) Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing activities of the HIM staff assigned for shift, or when necessary. Activities include but are not limited to release of information, chart analysis, chart processing, chart deficiency, and data integrity. May be assigned to oversee and coordinate specialty areas which include birth registration, physician suspension, state/federal release of information and reporting, and transcription posting.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates patient record processing activities within the HIM Department. Establishes work priorities, and resolves problems related to daily operations. Assists HIM Supervisor in ensuring appropriate coverage in all HIM areas.
• Trains HIM staff and monitors quality and productivity of HIM staff. Provides timely feedback and re-trains as necessary. Monitors work queues and other job assignments and takes appropriate actions to ensure proper coverage of HIM staff work.
• Assists HIM staff with day-to-day activities as needed to keep abreast of changes in work protocols and to ensure adequate coverage in all HIM areas.
• Assists HIM leadership with issues relating to performance, conduct, and work habits.
• Actively participates in department activities. Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate. Completes all position and department safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Associates Preferred

Experience

• 1 year year lead, coordinating, or supervisory experience. Required
• 2 years in any or all of the following: Release of information, correspondence, master patient index maintenance, records analysis, medical records processing. Required
• Other Basic understanding and use of computers, telephones, fax, copy machines, and data entry into computer programs. Experience in high quality customer service. Demonstrated experience of verbal and written communication in a clear and professional manner. Required
• 2 years lead, coordinating, or supervisory experience Preferred
• 3 years in any or all of the following: Release of information, correspondence, master patient index maintenance, records analysis, medical records processing. Preferred
• Other Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relative to birth registration, and confidentiality and security of patient health information. Experience in a role utilizing excellent communication and analytical skills. Preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - Certification Preferred

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